ROME, April 3 (Reuters) - Italy's culture undersecretary Gianmarco Mazzi was sworn in on Friday as the country's new tourism minister, the latest change in Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government
Italy Names Gianmarco Mazzi as New Tourism Minister After Referendum Loss
Government Shakeup Following Referendum Defeat
Gianmarco Mazzi Sworn In as Tourism Minister
ROME, April 3 (Reuters) - Italy's culture undersecretary Gianmarco Mazzi was sworn in on Friday as the country's new tourism minister, the latest change in Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government after her defeat in a referendum on judicial reform.
Background of the New Minister
Professional Experience
Former television and entertainment executive Mazzi replaces Daniela Santanche, who is facing trial over accounting charges linked to a publishing group she previously owned and resigned from her ministry post last week under pressure from Meloni.
Prime Minister's Statement
Meloni wrote on her X social media account that Mazzi's background in the culture and entertainment sector would be an asset for Italy, posting a photograph of the swearing-in ceremony with President Sergio Mattarella.
Wider Government Changes
Response to Referendum Loss
Since last week's referendum defeat, Meloni has sought to reassert control by removing scandal-plagued figures from her government. Two senior justice ministry officials have also stepped down.
Reporting Credits
(Reporting by Angelo AmanteEditing by David Goodman)
